Tyrell Ward plans to enter transfer portal

LSU men's basketball player Tyrell Ward plans to enter the transfer portal, according to multiple reports. This move comes after he stepped away from the team earlier this season due to mental health reasons. Ward is a 6-foot-6 wing who did not play in the 2024-25 season. Before stepping away, he averaged 9.1 points and 2.3 rebounds in about 22 minutes per game last season. He was expected to be the team's leading scorer this year. His decision to step back from basketball was announced shortly before LSU's season opener against UL-Monroe on November 6. Coach Matt McMahon expressed support for Ward, emphasizing the importance of his mental health. Ward, originally from Washington, D.C., was a highly regarded recruit, ranked No. 34 in his class according to 247Sports. He is the highest-ranked recruit brought in by McMahon at LSU. The transfer portal officially opens on Monday, allowing players like Ward to explore new opportunities.